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Sony raises PlayStation 5 prices by up to $150 citing economic pressures
The increases are a continuation of an unusual trend for gaming consoles, where prices have gone up over time instead of gradually falling.
Source: The Japan Times
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SoftBank secures record $40 billion bridge loan for OpenAI stake
The loan is SoftBank's largest-ever borrowing denominated solely in dollars.
Source: The Japan Times
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This upcycled Kyoto train cafe is the ultimate kawaii spring experience
Produced by Kawaii Monster Cafe creator, the Future Train diner serves up pink teriyaki burgers and wobbly pancakes aboard the Sakura Express. Kyoto in springtime is a fantastical sight: the tradition
Source: SoraNews24
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Japan's Unique Jazz Scene
Discover how Japan has uniquely reinterpreted jazz music. From Haruki Murakami's influence to Tokyo-New York performances, explore this cultural fusion.
Source: The Japan Times
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Studio Ghibli Releases Anime Character Socks
Step into spring with Studio Ghibli's new anime character socks! The Donguri Kyowakoku retail chain offers 18 designs featuring beloved characters from Totoro, Howl's Moving Castle, and more.
Source: SoraNews24
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It’s not too late — at least not when it comes to investing in Japanese stocks
Volatility meets vocabulary as common expressions shape how people think about money and timing.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan's Ispace delays NASA-sponsored moon landing to 2030
The announcement highlights a murky outlook for the venture, as the U.S. revamps missions with commercial and international partners to send astronauts to the moon before China.
Source: The Japan Times
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Giants rookie Kazuyuki Takemaru overcomes nerves and Tigers for opening day win
Trey Cabbage and Bobby Dalbec hit home runs for Yomiuri in the victory.
Source: The Japan Times
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Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]
A cool/kweh-l reason to visit fantastically beautiful Fukushima. A good trip and a good RPG share a lot of appeal points. In either case, there’s the sense of anticipation that comes with venturing in
Source: SoraNews24
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Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations
Expand your knowledge of Japanese tea culture with three new green “experiences”. With spring comes fresh harvests of green tea, and Starbucks is reminding us of that with the grand unveiling of three
Source: SoraNews24
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